SNOW DAYS POTATO SOUP

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This best tasting potato soup is perfect for when the weather is bad or good. Simple to prepare, but tastes like you've slaved away. Excellent by itself or with crackers and other favorite additions. So when you're snowed in, make up a batch and call the family around to enjoy! Thanks Mary Ella!

Provided by CRICKETAGINCLARK

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bacon
1 large onion, diced
8 potatoes, diced
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups water
1 gallon whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until evenly brown, but not crisp. Mix in the onion, and coat with the bacon drippings. Stir in potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Mix in the flour and water, stirring until smooth. Cover pot, and cook 10 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  • Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in the milk. Simmer soup 1 hour, stirring frequently to avoid scorching.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 43.7 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 776.7 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

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